Jonathan Brostoff Obituary: Milwaukee Alderperson, Jonathan Brostoff has tragicall died. The 41-year-old passed away on Monday afternoon from an apparent self-inflcited injury. According to law enforcement agencies, his dead body was seen at a park in West Allis.
Milwaukee Alderperson Jonathan Brostoff was discovered deceased on Monday morning in a far south parking lot section around 124th Street and Lincoln Avenue at Greenfield Park in West Allis. Police reacted to the discovery before midday. According to sources close to WISN 12 News, Brostoff’s death at the age of 41 is being examined as suicide.
“The investigation involves an adult male who appears to have died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound,” said West Allis Deputy Chief Robert Fletcher. The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner’s Office stated that his death was an apparent suicide, and that the gunshot occurred in a park.”He was 41.
The following are statements from various officials, colleagues, and friends. The following are statements from various officials, colleagues, and friends. Personally, Jonathan was a fervent politician who was always helpful and attentive when I contacted him, and cordial and warm whenever I met him. He was a fellow East Sider, father, and nerd. (He was an excellent Magic player.) The Milwaukee Record sends its thoughts and prayers to his family. He’ll be sadly missed.
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers: “Jonathan’s passing is a tragedy to all who knew him and for the many whose lives have been bettered because of his service and advocacy. As a legislator, Jonathan was always eager to seek the good in others, always working in earnest to bridge divides and bring people together of different backgrounds and perspectives.
“There are few who advocate as zealously and tenaciously as Jonathan did for the people and causes he cared about. Whether it was supporting the Deaf, Deaf-Blind, and Hard-of-Hearing community, increasing shared revenue, expanding access to mental health services, or any of the many other issues he focused on, Jonathan fully devoted himself to the work and was relentless in pursuing the change he believed in.
“Like so many, Kathy and I are shocked and saddened by Jonathan’s passing, and we are keeping his wife, Diana, their four young kids, their families and friends, and all those who knew and loved Jonathan close to our hearts. We lost him far, far too soon.”
Milwaukee County Supervisors Felesia Martin and Sequanna Taylor: “The Milwaukee County community mourns the loss of Alderperson Jonathan Brostoff, a dedicated public servant whose commitment to the people of Milwaukee defined his work. Jonathan’s passion for service was clear in his work on the Milwaukee Common Council, and the Wisconsin State Assembly where he tirelessly fought for a more inclusive and equitable city.
“Jonathan’s dedication to those he served was both inspiring and relentless. He understood that democracy thrives when it is representative and accessible, and he championed that vision in every initiative he pursued. His legacy will live on in the lives
he touched and the community he helped shape. He brought heart to public service, and his spirit will continue to inspire us all to work for a better and brighter Milwaukee. Rest well with your ancestors, dear friend.”
Jonathan Brostoff Obituary and Funeral Arrangements will be Released by the Family
For anyone seeking support, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 by dialing 988. Additionally, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be reached at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), and the Crisis Text Line is accessible by texting HELLO to 741741. Milwaukee County’s Behavioral Health Division offers immediate support through its 24-Hour Crisis Line at (414) 257-7222.
